A ball-gown silhouette is great for a pear shape. Having the dress fitted at your natural waistline makes your waist look small giving you a beautiful hourglass figure. Have fun with the skirt! Don't be afraid to have texture and to add your unique style and twist. Your dress should represent you and your personality!

A trumpet is also a great silhouette for a bride with a triangle shape. It is similar to a mermaid, but is fitted above the knee to allow for better movement. Be sure to accentuate your small waist with belt or sash. Having straps or an asymmetrical neckline is also helpful to balance the top.

With the many bridal silhouettes out there it can make it very confusing for brides when they start shopping. Where do you start? What are the differences? And which one is right for me? Let's break it down silhouette by silhouette!

Our first silhouette is mermaid! What does mermaid mean? For a dress to be a mermaid it simply has to be fitted to the knee and flare out. A mermaid is ideal for a bride with and hourglass figure, curvy, or a busty bride. Think you have broad shoulders? A mermaid silhouette is a great way to balance that.